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Safe Use and Operation of Chainsaws

Course Duration

Minimum 1 day

CITB Grant Tier/Claim Code

Tier 1 - £60 GET 2646

Delivery Location

National delivery in the workplace

Course Purpose/Scope

This course is designed to train candidates on the safe use and operation of chainsaws.  

The scope of this course includes:

  • Basic chainsaw safety
  • Responsibilities (employer and employee)
  • PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) requirements
  • Pre-use inspection and checks
  • Basic maintenance and servicing
  • General chainsaw operation
  • Cutting practices and techniques (cross cut operations only)
  • Pack cutting (if applicable)

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"I loved this course, I learnt so much in such a short space of time that I still use to this day now as a fully qualified woodworker."

Adele Simons, Gowercroft Joinery

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